Hi, my name is Sindy61! I'm looking to do a PIP application

Sindy61

Good evening. Hope you're all staying safe and warm. 

I.m looking to do a PIP application. Did one years ago. It was rejected. Went to a tribunal. Still rejected. I suspect it was because I was working. I.m not now. Completely unable to. 
I've looked carefully at all descriptors and believe I meet each category other than a few. Just worried about being rejected against. So much time goes into a pip application. 
Should I proceed. 
Best wishes
Sindy61!

poppy123456

I would advise you to have a good read through this before reapplying as this will help you to have more understanding of the descriptors and what they mean. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/personal-independence-payment-assessment-guide-for-assessment-providers/pip-assessment-guide-part-2-the-assessment-criteria

Reapplying using the same evidence you previously used could see another refusal, especially as you took it all the way to Tribunal last time, they would have applied the law correctly.

Many people claim PIP and work as it's not about your ability to work. Though it can go against you if the work you did contradicted the reasons why you were claiming PIP.

After you've read through that guide and you decide to reapply then i'd advise you to give a couple of real world examples of exactly what happened the last time you attempted each descriptor that applies to you. Adding detailed information such as where you were, what exactly happened, did anyone see it and what the consequences were. Ideally, you should aim for at least half an A4 side of paper per descriptor that applies to you.

Hannah_Alumni

Hello @Sindy61

Welcome to the community! I see Poppy has given some great advice. If you do need any additional support, I encourage you to reach out to Citizen's Advice  

Sindy61

Hi Hannah_scope.
Thanks for this advice. I will definitely do this. 
Have a good day. 
Thanks again.
S